James Robert Belbeck, 81, of Owensboro, KY, formerly of Stockbridge, MI, went to be with the Lord on April 23, 2022 after a long-fought battle with COPD. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Robert “Bob” and Edith “Lynnette” Belbeck and his loving wife of 57 years, Patsy Jane (Stack). Brother to Diane (Gordon) Thompson of White Cloud, MI and Frederick Belbeck of Belleville, MI. He was a proud father of Maureen (James) West of Hardinsburg, KY and Terry (Lisa) Belbeck of Milan, MI. Grandfather to Katie, Robbie, Nicholas Williams and Jeffrey Belbeck. Great Grandfather to Devin Vreeland, Ava and Hunter Williams.
Jim was born October 13, 1940 in Holly, MI. He had a passion for life. His hobbies included hobby farming and woodworking projects. He retired from Ford Motor Company in April 1999 as a plumber/pipefitter. Many years after retirement he was involved with the Stockbridge Varsity Baseball team and everyone called him “grandpa.” He then took a part-time job as a bus driver and transported sports teams to away events. Never one to just sit idle.
Jim will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date where his ashes will be buried with his loving wife at: St. Cornelius & Cyprian Catholic Church in Stockbridge, MI.
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Belbeck. Leave your messages of condolence for the family of James Robert Belbeck and sign his virtual guestbook at www.haleymcginnis.com.